A.H. Systems PAM-0118P Operation Manual

Summary of PAM-0118P

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    A.H. Systems model pam-0118p pre-amplifier pam-0118p preamplifier operation manual  a.H. Systems inc. – may 2014 rev d 1.

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    A.H. Systems model pam-0118p pre-amplifier table of contents introduction before applying power.....................................................................3 intended purposes...........................................................................4 hazardous rf voltages......................

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    A.H. Systems model pam-0118p pre-amplifier introduction the pam-0118p broadband preamplifier is an excellent choice for improving system dynamic range. The performance of this preamplifier will increase your system sensitivity by at least 35 db and is ideal for low-amplitude test measurements. When ...

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    A.H. Systems model pam-0118p pre-amplifier intended purposes this equipment is intended for general laboratory use in a wide variety of industrial and scientific applications and designed to be used in the process of generating, controlling and measuring high levels of electromagnetic radio frequenc...

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    A.H. Systems model pam-0118p pre-amplifier most common causes of failure:  excessive power applied to the rf input (such as esd to the input connector or antenna connected to the input connector)  improper connection sequence (sequence such as application of signals to the preamplifier before powe...

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    A.H. Systems model pam-0118p pre-amplifier operating instructions assembly instructions the model pam-0118p preamplifier is shipped completely assembled. Simply supply the required 15 vdc to the preamplifier. Mounting instructions the model pam-0118p is a bench top preamplifier. Ordinarily, the prea...

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    A.H. Systems model pam-0118p pre-amplifier general information specifications the pam-0118p pre-amplifier specifications: power output .....................................+10 dbm at 1 db compression frequency range..................................................20 mhz – 18 ghz gain (typical)........

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    A.H. Systems model pam-0118p pre-amplifier typical data the following is typical data of the model pam-0118p preamplifier:  a.H. Systems inc. – may 2014 rev d 8.

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    A.H. Systems model pam-0118p pre-amplifier calculations emissions testing individual calibration data for the log periodic antenna is supplied at appropriate distances (3, and 10 meter) to comply with various emissions test requirements. For emissions measurements, add antenna factor plus cable loss...

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    A.H. Systems model pam-0118p pre-amplifier typical conversion formulas dbmw = db v – 107 the constant in the above equation is derived as follows. Power is related to voltage according to ohm's law. The log 10 function is used for relative (db) scales, so applying the logarithmic function to ohm's ...

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    A.H. Systems model pam-0118p pre-amplifier 10log 10 [1000] = 30 dbpt = db a/m + 2.0 in this equation, the constant 2.0 is derived as follows. The magnetic flux density, b in teslas (t), is related to the magnetic field strength, h in a/m, by the permeability of the medium in henrys per meter (h/m)....

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    A.H. Systems model pam-0118p pre-amplifier maintenance the model pam-0118p preamplifier requires virtually no maintenance as long as the unit is not exposed to moisture, or extreme temperatures. But as with any electrical device esd and eos is always a concern. To ensure reliable and repeatable long...

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    A.H. Systems model pam-0118p pre-amplifier warranty information a.H. Systems inc. Warrants that our antennas, sensors and probes will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three (3) years. All other products delivered under contract will be warranted for a period of two (...